In December of 2014 the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) ruled that the action taken by a New Jersey school, which fired a teacher for giving a student a Bible, was a violation of one of the stipulations of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, specifically the prohibition of discriminatory acts based on religion.

If such were a fair ruling by the EEOC, then what about an unmarried woman becoming pregnant and being fired by the Catholic school where she taught, or a Christian-owned pharmacy denying employment to an applicant who expressed openness in issuing birth control prescriptions?

Believe it or not, religion is a workplace concern that both federal and local governments should look into and employers ought to start recognizing and finding solutions to. Obviously, observance of the law which prohibits any form of job discrimination, including in the hiring process, has resulted to the employment of individuals, many of who belong to different religions. Often, however, the more diverse the religious beliefs are in one firm, the greater the conflict is, but only if the employer fails to find the appropriate technique to solve this issue.

While Title VII prohibits religious discrimination in the workplace, an employer may be legally excused if accommodating a person of a certain religious belief would cause undue difficulty in the operation of his/her business. According to the website of law firm Cary Kane, LLP, undue difficulty can mean, for example, additional expenses for the company, decrease in workplace efficiency, compromise of workplace safety, or the need for other employees to render more than their share of burdensome or potentially hazardous work.

Some of the recommended solutions an employer may adopt, however, in order to render the accommodation (for an employee’s religious practices or beliefs) that is required by law, include changes in workplace practices or policies, job re-assignment, flexible scheduling, and voluntary shift substitutions. It will prove beneficial to both employer and employee or job applicant if the latter will inform his/her employer of the practices or activities his/her religion requires of him/her to perform so that proper accommodation may be given him/her.

Being discriminated against still by employers despite the mandates of federal and state laws could already be a message to the discriminated employee or applicant to raise the matter to the EEOC and then to the courts for legal remedies.

SUV rollover accidents are among the most dangerous and damaging accidents on the roads, regardless of whether it is a single-vehicle rollover or involved other vehicles. Many car manufactures have already faced a great number of lawsuits following the accidents that their SUV’s have caused, and automotive defects have been the main reasons to a number of their units to be recalled.

Because SUVs are considered “heavier” and “bigger” vehicles as compared to other cars on the road, they can require more skill in negotiating along roads. The stability issues that come with SUVs can pose a challenge to a newbie driver, but there are other things you can do to help prevent accidents and protect yourself (as well as others around you) from any injuries. One such safety driving tip is to drive slowly during bad weather. Driving on slippery roads at high speeds makes the SUV very hard to maneuver, and although they can withstand adverse road conditions they can require more time to stop and more skill to drive.

Also, consider the fact that the heavy weight of the SUV would require more time and distance to get to a complete stop. Make sure that you have a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you that would allow you to stop properly a safe distance. Another tip is to slow down while making turns and to avoid swerving. In an event of a possible accident make sure to not panic to ensure that you will have control of the vehicle. Make sure not to oversteer, as this can trigger a quick transfer of weight from one side of the vehicle to the other and would cause a rollover accident.

All types of vehicles should be treated with equal respect, especially when they are on the roads. You can prevent road accidents or rollovers by knowing which type of vehicle fits you and by driving in a safe and defensive manner.

You may have friends and coworkers who speak about their attorney as if it were perfectly normal to have one. Though the costs of hiring a lawyer are prohibitive to the average person, there are actually ways to have legal representatives on retainer for a fraction of the cost of hiring one in an emergency. Read here about how to find these attorneys and how to establish the relationship.

You always need to be researching a lawyer’s history prior to hiring them. The fact that a lawyer is practicing is no indication that he or she is successful or skilled. Be sure that you find out what his track record is like so you can feel confident of his ability to do a good job for you.

A good tip if you’re looking to bring on a lawyer is to make sure you thoroughly investigate whether or not a certain lawyer will be a good fit. It’s generally a good idea to go over a few different lawyers at a time and compare them to each other.

If you are approached by a lawyer, do not hire them. This could be a scam and may cost you more money. Do your due diligence and hire the best lawyer on your terms.

Stay as organized as possible when you are working with a lawyer, such as the firm Williams Kherkher. This means that you should have all of the documentation in relation to your case on hand at all times. If you are unorganized, your lawyer can lose valuable time planning a strategy for your case, which may result in a loss.

Even if you have not been in trouble or had legal needs before, you now realize that it could happen at any time. Even for routine legal paperwork or getting advice about transactions, it always helps to have professional legal oversight. Take what you have learned here and put it to use in finding the legal help tht you may need.

According to the Salt Lake Tribune, two were critically injured in a motorcycle accident Sunday around 9:40 pm. Police say that the motorcycle crashed into a wall. Both people, whose identities were not released, were taken to the hospital.

Thankfully, no one was killed in this incident. However, unfortunately, many motorcyclists die each year in the US. If you find yourself in a situation where you or someone else was injured due to a motorcycle accident, experienced lawyers such as the Woodson Law Firm can help victims recover from their accidents.

Some evidence implies that this statistic may only get worse with time. According to an article on the Examiner’s website, deadly accidents are not decreasing. In fact, helmets, which are the best indicator of whether or not motorcyclists will survive a crash, are being used steadily less in the past decade. In 2000, 71% of motorcyclists wore a helmet; by 2007, that number had declined to 58%.

This may be directly linked to the increasing motorcyclist fatality rate. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently released a study that states that there was a 2% increase in motorcycle fatalities from 2010 to 2012. More disturbing still, the same study states that 42% of motorcyclists who died in a single vehicle crash had a BAC over .8.

Clearly, motorcyclists should take more precaution before hitting the road. Pohl & Berk, LLP’s website notes that drinking, speeding, and not wearing a helmet may seem like small decisions at the time, but those actions may lead to serious injury or even death. If you or a loved one were harmed in a motorcycle accident, and believe another party was responsible for the damage, it may be smart to seek legal representation.

Driving a motorcycle has inherit dangers and motorcycle accidents are much more common than regular car accidents. If you or a loved one has been hurt in a motorcycle accident, contact a personal injury attorney today. They will be able to guide you through your case.

With so many birth control options available to women, choosing the one that is best for you and your lifestyle can seem overwhelming. Although the abundance of choices increases your chances of finding a birth control that suits your needs exactly, there are also many different points that you must consider before making a final decision. Like any medical issue, you should talk with your doctor first and foremost to discuss the impact of each of these methods on your health.

Choosing a Birth Control Method

There are both pros and cons to each method of contraception. The method you choose will depend on your own preferences and other details, such as your health. For example, a family medical history that includes breast cancer may force you to reconsider certain types of contraception. Additionally, high blood pressure and tobacco usage could also impact your decision.

Also, you may want to consider lifestyle factors such as how often you have sex, how many sexual partners you have, the effectiveness in preventing pregnancy, and any possible side effects.

Common Contraceptive Options

The most frequently utilized contraceptive methods include the following:

Abstinence – This is the only 100% effective form of birth control, but many argue that it is unrealistic.

Condoms – This birth control option protects you against pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections. There are both male and female condoms available, but male condoms are the most popular. Many doctors suggest using condoms along with another form of birth control to fully protect against pregnancy.

Oral contraceptives – There are a number of different options of birth control pills that use progestin or a combination of progestin and estrogen to help prevent pregnancy. Pills are a popular option because they can reduce pain from menstrual cramps and result in lighter periods. However, the pill has a reported eight percent failure rate, usually from women forgetting to take it at the same time every day.

The Patch and the Ring – Both of these forms of birth control are classified as “hormonal methods” and do not require you to take a pill every day. The patch is a piece of plastic applied to your stomach or arm. The ring, also referred to as NuvaRing, is a flexible device placed inside the vagina for 21 days at a time and then taken out for the week of the woman’s period. Both forms are 92 percent effective at preventing pregnancy. However, you shouldn’t use the ring if you have high blood pressure or vulnerable to blood clots. Recent studies have shown the NuvaRing can lead to blood clots or strokes, which has led many women to file a NuvaRing lawsuit for their damages.

These are only a few examples of available birth control methods. To learn more about additional options and determine which is best for you, make sure to speak with your doctor today.

People in western countries have access to varied forms of healthcare. Many people like to take control of their health early on through preventative measures like regular exercise, healthy eating, and dietary supplementation. However, sometimes disease or disorder happens despite the best efforts to maintain good mental and physical health. Western medicine has popularized the prevalence of pharmaceutical options.

All types of medicines are available to treat varying mental, emotional, and physical inconveniences. For many people prescription medication is a temporary measure that can be extremely helpful in healing. Other drugs dubbed “lifestyle” medicines are taken for a more sustained period of time to curb persistent physical or behavioral threats. Some lifestyle medicines are birth control, antidepressants, and anti-anxiety medications.

Though many people find pharmaceuticals helpful in recovery and rehabilitation, some people suffer extreme damages from prescription medication. In cases where people are victimized by their medication, they may be eligible to collect financial compensation from the prescriber or the pharmaceutical company. Each individual has a specific set of risk factors, and some medications should be avoided if they will exploit these health vulnerabilities. For example, women who smoke or have a family history of blood clotting should not be prescribed combination birth control pills. The synthetic form of estrogen can increase the likelihood of a pulmonary embolism or deep vein thrombosis. Instead doctors should prescribe progestin birth control pills in order to cater to this risk factor.

According to the website of the Woodson Law Firm, should a doctor overlook these risk factors, they could be held liable with a medical malpractice suit. If, however, the medical provider is attentive and the prescription has an unintended devastating medical affect, the victim can hold the pharmaceutical manufacturer responsible for damages. Many people who pursue pharmaceutical companies assert that the manufacturer knowingly made false claims. If a large amount of people suffer from unintended physical and mental damages from a pharmaceutical resource, the effected parties can file a class action against the manufacturer to gain financial compensation.

Dog bites are already a cause for personal injury suits, which is why most dog owners should know more about the laws in their state pertaining to their pets and the penalties that they may be facing once their dogs have injured or caused harm to another person. When it comes to dogs, however, there are certain circumstances that can be taken into account, and these circumstances or factors can affect whether you can be compensated for dog bite injuries or not.

About half of the states in America have the “one-bite” rule associated to dog bites. The one-bite rule means a dog owner is only liable for any injuries caused by their dogs once they are aware (or have reason to know) that their dog would likely bite. According to the website of Seegmiller Personal Injury, dog owners can only escape liability when they can prove that their pet was provoked, or that the victim knowingly or deliberately risked being injured by the dog. This means that dogs can be innocent if they’re accused of attacking a person who has habitually bugged the animal.

The reasoning behind this rule is for the dog owner to assume that, until there is concrete evidence, their dog is not dangerous. Otherwise, when the owner has some awareness of their dog being a risk to others, they should be fully prepared for the consequences.

The “one-bite” rule may be misleading; it may mean that a dog is excused from liability the first time they bite or injure another person, then the owner is immediately informed of the dangerous nature of their dog. However, even a simple act such as knocking someone down can already be considered dangerous behavior for dogs (as they can injure or harm another person), therefore once the dog bites, the owner can be held liable for the damages done. When the dog owner refuses to accept responsibility for their pet’s actions, a judge or jury can determine who is at fault and if the dog is likely to hurt someone.

Thursday afternoon, a man had to be cut out of his Kia Soul after the vehicle flipped in an accident in downtown Houston. Luckily, no one was seriously injured – the man was taken to the hospital fully alert as a precautionary measure, and no one else was involved in the incident.

Even minor car accidents where no one is seriously injured, such as this one, may be traumatizing. Financial, physical, and emotional damage can render those involved overwhelmed and clueless about how to proceed. According to The Law Offices of Mark T. Lassiter‘s website, some injuries may require pricey medical treatment from doctors, psychologists, and even the dentist in the case of mouth trauma that most victims simply can’t afford.

There are specific steps individuals involved in crashes can take to make the recovery (even from a minor accident) as smooth as possible. After pulling over and finding somewhere safe to stop after a collision with hazards on, news1130.com suggests checking everyone involved for injury. If there is any doubt about whether or not to seek medical attention, experts recommend calling 911 immediately.

After everyone’s safety has been confirmed, it’s recommended that people write down the insurance information of everyone else involved and photograph any damage. This precautionary measure may help file an insurance claim later.

There are also common mistakes to avoid. Many individuals in car accidents may agree to “just forget about it,” and some victims even tell the other person involved that it’s their fault. This is highly unadvisable for legal purposes.

If you or a loved one were injured in a car accident, and believe another party may be at fault, it may be wise to seek legal representation.

Plumbing is one of the most dangerous career paths; in fact, non-fatal injuries are more common among plumbers than other construction workers. Therefore, those who choose to work on DIY plumbing projects must take extra precaution to avoid injury.

Firstly, some jobs – even small household projects – require permission from the county. Those who want to work on their own plumbing must research regulations beforehand. Once a permit has been obtained, there are many risks to be aware of.

Gas leaks, for example, may occur in the middle of a project, from a simple mistake such as cutting the wrong pipe. If left unnoticed, gas leaks may cause residents gastrointestinal problems, further allergic complications, fatigue, forgetfulness, headaches, abnormally high white and red blood cell count, and pain. They can be detected by a disgusting “rotten-egg” odor, bubbling in flooded areas, or a blowing sound exuding from a pipe.

Eye injury is also a concern for plumbers. While hammering, debris can fly into the eye and cause damage or even blindness. Furthermore, while working underneath a pipe, looking up at it, dangerous chemicals or small parts could fall down into the eyes.

Plumbers must also be aware of potential injury to hands; fingers may come into contact with many different harmful materials and bacteria. Lungs may also suffer when sawing or sanding – plumbers are advised to wear masks to keep dangerous debris out of the lungs. Plumbing can be so problematic that plumbing companies often have 24-hour emergency service in case an emergency arises.

If there is a leak in your home, it may be smart to consider hiring a licensed plumbing professional to fix the problem rather than tackling the issue alone.

Many factors such as young age, low education, financial issues, and long deployments may cause divorce.

A recent RAND Corporation study shows that for military families, deployment can be a major struggle. For each month of deployment in the study of over 460,000 couples, the chances of divorce rose. Interestingly, women who were deployed were more likely to divorce than men.

The study also noted that those married before 9/11 were more likely to get divorced than those married after. Some hypothesize that this is may be because couples who married after 9/11 were more prepared for the challenges of a military marriage.

According to some resources , military divorces are often far more complicated than other cases because of laws targeted specifically at military couples. If you are interested in filing for divorce, and you or your spouse is in the military, it may be smart to ask your attorney about military-related technicalities. If the issue is not military related, you may still be able to contact a divorce attorney about other problems you and your spouse may be experiencing.

Another common indicator divorce is financial issues. Surprisingly, though, couples that experience a sudden influx of money (like winning the lottery) were just as likely to divorce as those who experienced a sudden lack of it. According to investopedia.com, debt, and obligations from children and extended family are among the most detrimental financial issues to any marriage. Debt can be particularly damaging if one spouse has significantly more or less of it than the other., and power-play (resulting from one spouse earning the majority of the household income) can also be an issue. Bankruptcy and divorce tend to come hand-in-hand; someone may blame their spouse for bankruptcy or, ironically, need one after an expensive divorce.